British Red Cross news feedhttp://www.redcross.org.uk/en/RSSBritish Red Cross news feeden{E3B123D8-AE7D-4076-866B-D3A377B9D438}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2018/Red-Cross-commits-to-joint-statement-at-the-safeguarding-summitRed Cross commits to joint statement at safeguarding summitAt the safeguarding summit on 5 March 2018, we agreed to five commitments along with other UK international development charities.Mon, 19 Mar 2018 17:32:53 Z{0DB7DD65-78CE-4ABD-BF28-2C0DC3946D8C}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2018/Response-to-DFIDRed Cross responds to request for information from DFIDThe Red Cross has submitted a document to DFID showing how we ensure our safeguarding policies are being implemented effectively.Tue, 27 Feb 2018 09:07:00 Z{650AB74E-F8FD-44CE-9DEE-6508C647D71D}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2018/British-Red-Cross-StatementBritish Red Cross StatementThis is a statement by the British Red Cross in response to allegations of sexual misconduct in the aid sector.Sat, 10 Feb 2018 22:55:19 Z{B0A888C9-3083-4CBF-9B2F-539CA8A48C7E}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/September/Red-Cross-launches-Hurricane-Irma-AppealRed Cross launches Hurricane Irma AppealThe British Red Cross has launched an appeal for those affected by Hurricane Irma, the most powerful hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic Ocean. Thu, 07 Sep 2017 09:06:06 +0100{CC20FA3D-9ABE-4117-8C56-15A95CDA83F7}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/October/Thousands-of-refugees-and-asylum-seekers-at-risk-of-lonelinessThousands of refugees and asylum seekers at risk of loneliness Thousands of refugees and asylum seekers in the UK are at risk of becoming isolated and lonely because they live in poverty.Thu, 07 Sep 2017 09:06:06 +0100{71FAF83E-87E5-43DB-ADF4-AF75070FD8CB}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/November/Budget-day-still-not-enough-social-care-fundingBudget 2017: still not enough funding for social care, but government Green Paper is comingBritish Red Cross is disappointed that today’s budget has not addressed the funding shortfall for adult social care in England. Thu, 07 Sep 2017 09:06:06 +0100{54B7D6DC-731F-42B3-8E2F-31A3CBA8AC15}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/November/Volunteers-to-represent-the-Red-Cross-at-national-Remembrance-eventsVolunteers to represent the Red Cross at national Remembrance eventsBritish Red Cross volunteers will join The Prince of Wales in celebrating Remembrance Day at national events on Sunday.Thu, 07 Sep 2017 09:06:06 +0100{7EFAD199-758B-42D2-AC46-8B489F218B8C}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/August/Red-Cross-report-shows-first-aid-could-ease-pressureRed Cross report shows first aid ‘could help ease the pressure on A&amp;E’First aid education could contribute towards easing the pressure on A&amp;E, a new report by the British Red Cross has found. Wed, 23 Aug 2017 14:52:31 +0100{BD5B1B71-635D-41C8-8364-F80234F26E4B}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/June/Red-Cross-marks-Refugee-Week-with-a-host-of-eventsRed Cross marks Refugee Week with a host of eventsAlong with a host of other organisations and communities up and down the country, Red Cross refugee services will be hosting and participating in a series of events for Refugee Week. Fri, 16 Jun 2017 08:51:49 +0100{4C36A94F-63CD-48F0-A92A-8FD281C2789E}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/June/London-Fire-Relief-FundBritish Red Cross creates London Fire Relief Fund to help the people of Grenfell TowerThe British Red Cross has started an appeal to raise money to help people affected by the Grenfell Tower fire in west London. Fri, 16 Jun 2017 08:51:49 +0100{1D0F769E-5A66-4139-95F7-C4EA638D5CF1}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/June/Red-Cross-Invites-Belfast-to-Discover-RedRed Cross invites Belfast to discover &#39;red&#39;Visitors and shoppers in Belfast city centre can find out more about the Red Cross at a free family event this Saturday.Thu, 08 Jun 2017 09:39:44 +0100{BAB6F102-1F3B-480B-8D4D-6569F98E8E71}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/May/British-Red-Cross-provides-support-after-Manchester-bombingBritish Red Cross provides support after Manchester bombingBritish Red Cross volunteers and staff are providing practical and emotional support to people affected by last night’s attack at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester. Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{D73145B7-FC3F-4829-BA28-B7DBFB22692F}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/June/British-Red-Cross-helps-turn-Grenfell-donations-into-cash‘Shop for Grenfell’ to help turn donations into cashThe British Red Cross is helping to turn donated clothes into cash for people affected by the Grenfell Tower fire. Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{A158F7FE-EE17-4F36-B5A2-A5611C08B2FB}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/June/Grenfell-Tower-fundsMajor funds join forces to provide financial support to Grenfell Tower victimsThree of the major funds set up to help the people affected by the Grenfell Tower fire have joined forces to help provide financial support. Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{0C30C71E-3388-46A9-9FA6-7412C6E7D9F0}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/June/Red-Cross-supports-families-after-London-Mosque-attackBritish Red Cross supports families after London Mosque attackThe British Red Cross supported family and friends of people affected by an attack at a London mosque.Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{A88D8991-849C-4240-95D3-7A22EE80FCC5}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/June/Grenfell-Tower-fireRed Cross volunteers respond to Grenfell Tower fireBritish Red Cross volunteers are helping in a rest centre set up for people affected by the Grenfell Tower fire in London. Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{E8476684-72B8-4E0C-A82F-7DC67E0D69C9}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/June/Saturday-Night-for-LondonRed Cross launches Saturday night fundraising campaign to help victims of attacks The Red Cross is organising A Saturday Night for London to raise money for those affected by last week&#39;s attack. Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{94793999-99C7-4198-B455-A125BE634D28}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/June/UK-Solidarity-Fund-launchBritish Red Cross launches new UK Solidarity FundThe British Red Cross has launched a new UK Solidarity Fund to help the victims of terror anywhere in the UK. Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{43162A45-F19F-48C8-AFAF-418EEF1C3D5A}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/June/London-Bridge-attackLondon Bridge attack – Red Cross volunteers ready to helpAnyone concerned about family or friends should contact the police Casualty Bureau on 0800 096 1233 or 020 7158 0197.Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{C3DE48C0-A888-40C8-8C96-80BC2A45358B}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/July/Red-Cross-statementRed Cross statementA statement from Mike Adamson, chief executive of the British Red Cross.Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{A7DE3E96-F01F-44EE-9E0C-7B00F9933578}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/August/Red-Cross-responds-to-Sierra-Leone-mudslidesRed Cross responds to Sierra Leone mudslidesRed Cross volunteers are digging for survivors in the wake of heavy flooding and mudslides in Sierra Leone. Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{A621009C-68BE-4A27-B42B-C684285D32EB}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/August/Red-Cross-supports-thousands-of-destitute-refugees-and-asylum-in-first-half-of-2017Red Cross supports thousands of refugees and asylum seekers left destitute in first half of 2017Thousands of refugees and asylum seekers are being left destitute in the UK without the support they are entitled to from government.Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{34C92CB0-BDA5-4DAA-A5DF-35EADF94E41A}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/September/Grenfell-victims-to-receive-further-fundingGrenfell victims to receive further &#163;5.5 million fundingA further &#163;5.5 million of funds raised from public donations are to be distributed to survivors of the Grenfell Tower Disaster. Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{9CDB8527-2C78-466F-BF72-FEB69846C9E4}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/September/Myanmar-appeal-launchRed Cross launches appeal for people fleeing Myanmar violenceThe British Red Cross has launched an urgent appeal to help people affected by violence in Myanmar. Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{6F1BDF3F-1EEC-49AB-8571-24600D5266F7}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/September/Two-years-on-from-the-Care-ActTwo years on from the Care Act, progress is ‘too slow’ says British Red CrossLocal authorities are struggling to meet their obligations to prevent, reduce, or delay the need for care, according to a new Red Cross report.Tue, 23 May 2017 10:16:26 +0100{FA69247A-8F95-4644-815C-6C96B4468FCE}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/May/Red-Cross-figures-reveal-new-mums-and-pregnant-women-left-destitute-by-admin-delays-newRed Cross figures reveal new mums and pregnant women left destitute by admin delaysPregnant women and new mothers were among thousands of destitute refugees and asylum seekers supported by the British Red Cross this year. Wed, 17 May 2017 14:23:11 +0100{2FE23407-54AE-46A7-9798-83FD93BA8930}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/May/Ode-to-Joy-Syrian-refugees-new-single-to-support-the-Red-CrossOde to Joy: Syrian refugee&#39;s new single to support the Red CrossMusic student Rami fled Syria with just his violin. Now his first album will help support us to reach others like him.Thu, 04 May 2017 17:10:42 +0100{BF44840B-23BD-4748-B78B-0D397343DCA1}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/March/Red-Cross-Spring-Budget-social-careRed Cross welcomes Spring Budget social care funding and long-term planRed Cross welcomes Spring Budget social care funding and long-term planWed, 08 Mar 2017 11:11:04 Z{CC56C7FE-0699-4667-9803-BF96EB1BB632}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/March/Red-Cross-launches-East-Africa-Crisis-AppealRed Cross launches East Africa Crisis AppealRed Cross launches East Africa Crisis AppealWed, 08 Mar 2017 11:11:04 Z{66CF53C5-A490-4AD1-AE4D-46E5613CA50E}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/March/Westminster-attack-how-we-help-after-an-emergencyWestminster attack: how we help after an emergencyWhat do Red Cross volunteers do in the aftermath of an emergency? Wed, 08 Mar 2017 11:11:04 Z{59B7D90F-55F3-48B6-8733-01FF62FE521F}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/March/Red-Cross-first-aid-government-PSHERed Cross thrilled by first aid opportunity of PSHE announcementThe British Red Cross is thrilled by government plans that could see all children in England learning first aid at school. Wed, 01 Mar 2017 17:02:21 Z{54E26FE0-C7A0-4599-83C1-A4F21401CF6F}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/March/Red-Cross-report-reveals-plight-of-asylum-seekers-trapped-in-destitutionRed Cross report reveals plight of asylum seekers trapped in destitutionA new Red Cross report has revealed the bleak situation faced by refused asylum seekers in the UK.Wed, 01 Mar 2017 17:02:21 Z{E1F847F4-25B2-49AE-B7D1-7E858BDB567E}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/April/Red-Cross-launches-first-aid-skill-for-Amazon-Echo“Alexa, open first aid”: Red Cross launches first aid education skill for Amazon AlexaThe British Red Cross has launched a new first aid app to allow people to access spoken first aid advice in their home.Wed, 01 Mar 2017 17:02:21 Z{820BABB5-3D33-4569-BC52-6DED16F89896}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/January/Red-Cross-part-of-Jo-Cox-Commission-on-LonelinessRed Cross part of newly launched Jo Cox Commission on LonelinessThe British Red Cross is proud to be part of the cross-party Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness being launched today in parliament. Mon, 30 Jan 2017 16:42:56 Z{99088A34-4A1A-4A4F-AA2F-7FF5175727A7}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/February/Closure-of-Dubs-scheme-brings-risks-to-child-refugeesClosure of Dubs scheme brings risks to child refugeesThe Red Cross is concerned for the welfare of thousands of unaccompanied children across Europe following a decision by the UK Government to close a viable route to safety. Mon, 30 Jan 2017 16:42:56 Z{680A0CF5-6AEA-4613-9901-656CE30F4F9D}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/February/Red-Cross-figures-show-refugee-destitution-on-the-riseRed Cross figures show refugee destitution on the riseThousands of refugees and asylum seekers are being left destitute in the UK without the support they are entitled to from government. Mon, 30 Jan 2017 16:42:56 Z{00BC9037-9409-46DF-8396-87BD858C41E2}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/February/Young-refugees-write-letter-inspired-by-closure-of-Dubs-AmendmentYoung refugees write letter inspired by closure of Dubs AmendmentA group of young refugees have written a letter appealing for safer routes for children fleeing conflict.Mon, 30 Jan 2017 16:42:56 Z{0E0885B1-69C1-455E-8C1A-ACCAE221F2C0}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/January/Red-Cross-calls-on-government-to-allocate-funds-for-health-and-social-careRed Cross calls on government to allocate funds for health and social careAs A&amp;E departments face overcrowding, the Red Cross calls on the government to allocate funds for care. Fri, 06 Jan 2017 16:45:21 Z{CE96FD25-D71D-405A-B80C-7C9B3FEC13A3}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/January/Red-Cross-volunteers-respond-to-east-coast-floodingRed Cross volunteers respond to east coast floodingBritish Red Cross volunteers and staff are helping people affected by a potential storm surge along the east coast of England. Fri, 06 Jan 2017 16:45:21 Z{0CF3CCF4-9C97-4B00-8CEC-7B30D1A8F0AB}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2017/January/Severe-weather-brings-fresh-misery-to-refugees-in-GreeceSevere weather brings fresh misery to refugees in GreeceSevere winter weather in Greece is bringing fresh misery to the 62,000 refugees who have been living outside in unsuitable camps. Fri, 06 Jan 2017 16:45:21 Z{512C1CB1-1859-45DC-BE0A-5A91F9C1C786}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2016/October/Co-op-and-Red-Cross-mark-first-year-tackling-loneliness-togetherCo-op and Red Cross mark first year tackling loneliness togetherCo-op and Red Cross mark first year tackling loneliness togetherWed, 26 Oct 2016 15:24:48 +0100{1388C868-6324-4215-B093-BF7DA2F5535E}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2016/October/Real-risks-for-children-in-Calais-following-closure-of-the-JungleReal risks for children in Calais following closure of the JungleReal risks for children in Calais following closure of the JungleWed, 26 Oct 2016 15:24:48 +0100{52C26A10-4DBB-4864-B124-FA0BD86FBC7D}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2016/October/Red-Cross-celebrates-20-years-with-Hampshire-Fire-and-Rescue-ServiceRed Cross celebrates 20 years with Hampshire Fire and Rescue ServiceRed Cross celebrates 20 years with Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service Wed, 26 Oct 2016 09:51:56 +0100{340EC0D3-01F8-4EB6-937C-FE5A7027608D}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2016/October/National-Lottery-surprise-for-the-Red-CrossNational Lottery surprise for the Red CrossThe British Red Cross and Royal Voluntary Service received a huge surprise when a National Lottery player revealed their application for funding had been successful.Tue, 25 Oct 2016 14:29:44 +0100{222FB8DE-4783-42F8-BFE3-C122A314F103}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2016/October/Red-Cross-launches-emergency-search-and-rescue-appealRed Cross launches emergency search and rescue appealRed Cross launches emergency search and rescue appealTue, 18 Oct 2016 12:57:10 +0100{16910DA8-FF10-4FE3-A312-93638E7F6B8F}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2016/October/Red-Cross-staff-and-volunteers-receive-honoursRed Cross staff and volunteers receive honoursRed Cross staff and volunteers receive honoursTue, 18 Oct 2016 12:57:10 +0100{2A4DD65B-A6A3-4417-903B-63FBB9611C18}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2016/October/Iraq-Red-Cross-responds-to-Mosul-onslaughtIraq: Red Cross responds to Mosul onslaughtThe Red Cross is ready to start providing humanitarian aid to people expected to flee their homes in the wake of fighting in Mosul, which started this morning.Thu, 13 Oct 2016 16:26:45 +0100{1AA6133A-3C4E-46F8-B66B-7A35367B0726}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2016/October/Red-Cross-supports-refugee-children-on-journey-from-Calais-to-UKRed Cross supports refugee children on journey from Calais to UKThe UK government has begun to transfer the most vulnerable children from the Calais “jungle” camp ahead of the proposed demolition of the camp. Thu, 13 Oct 2016 16:26:45 +0100{4DE83BE9-53F9-494C-82F7-B422EF353F57}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2016/October/Red-Cross-calls-for-release-of-care-fundingRed Cross calls for release of care fundingThe British Red Cross has reiterated its call for the release of health and social care funds being held by the UK government.Thu, 13 Oct 2016 16:26:45 +0100{AC3C6757-F7EC-45D9-A363-DF0DAFCB3EE3}http://www.redcross.org.uk/en/About-us/News/2016/November/British-Red-Cross-recognises-inspiring-young-people-across-UKBritish Red Cross recognises inspiring young people across UKBritain’s young heroes were recognised this week at the 2016 Red Cross Humanitarian Awards.Thu, 13 Oct 2016 16:26:45 +0100